For the month of NOVEMBER, these will be the 4 One Words for us to "Focus" on:
EXPECT
the week of November 3
CREATE
the week of November 10
"I will CREATE rivers in the dry wasteland."
Please SCROLL down for the CORRECT
ONE WORD
for this week
(by looking for a mini of this same image)
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PURPOSE
the week of November 17
INTENTIONALITY
the week of November 24
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although the main One Word Focus for all month is
GRATITUDE
actually - for every day
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I can hardly believe it's already
NOVEMBER
but I EXPECT 2024 to only
get better
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This 1st week's
"There's a big difference between EXPECTation and comprehension ..."
CCR's opening statement continues this thought ...
It was by faith that Moses left the land of Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger. He kept right on going because he kept his eyes on the One who is invisible. Hebrews 11:27 NLT |
Proverbs 10:20 ESV; 2 Corinthians 9:8 ESV; Ephesians 3:20 ESV; Matthew 17:20 ESV |
Taking Inventory
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the week of November 10
According to the grace of God given to me, like a skilled master builder I laid a foundation, and someone else is building upon it. Let each one take care how he builds upon it. 1 Corinthians 3:10 ESV |
Ephesians 2:10 ESV; Isaiah 64:8 NASB; Romans 22:6-8 ESV; 1 Timothy 4:14 ESV |
[some versions use "steadfast" for "right"]
I know there are others out there with more
CREATIVITY
(and right now, I am not feeling like I can CREATE much)
I'm not even doing justice to this One Word post for
CREATE
but hopefully you will flow with words that CREATE images
and you can "connect your faith with your CREATIVITY"
of your favorite nature scene, or devo, or poem, and
paint us a picture with your words as you allow
God to speak throughout this week
in a new way that you
CREATE
in your time with our masterful
CREATOR
-so enjoy!
{I'm currently in a "dry wasteland" place spiritually & in my life}
Prayers always appreciated.
Although I am sure that CCR has
CREATED
a beautiful devotional
to stir up ones' flow to
CREATE
and much gratitude for our
CREATOR & HIS CREATION
(at least originally)
Reminder of: Taking Inventory
and share in the comments
PURPOSE
Reminder: Taking Inventory
Reminder: Taking Inventory
Many points in this devotional on EXPECT. I'll start out with "Many times, we set our EXPECTations based on our desires rather than on His given instruction from His Word." ... (Ouch!) but so very true, however I think we're hoping that when we do that it is aligning with His (at least, in most cases) yet we are ever too human & sadly too fallen (selfish, fleshly) ouch, ouch. Yes, I am ever so aware that HE is God (and I am not) recurring ouch! and then this the BIG "oucher" "...our trust becomes built on whether HE (?) met or exceeded our EXPECTations." ... must I continue, so convicting ... line after line ... "many times we interchange EXPECT with wish ..." And as usual the best for last "EXPECTations make God's voice the loudest in our lives, letting the foundation of His character form the way we embrace the present, past and future." Thinking BIG now!!! I have the faith to believe and I do EXPECT Him to show up (but not as I wish, how He wills and will ... HE is God, He is in control and He will show up whether I'm ready, willing or not. Yet I will still WAIT and EXPECT Him in my day/week/month/ year ... moment by moment! in ππ (sigh) I EXPECT there are even more hidden treasures coming as I anticipate all that He assures us in that "His Ways are higher than our ways (always) & His timeline ..." yet to come and be - because He & His Word deliver & exceed all our EXPECTations and I try not to question Him. (but I'm sure I do)
ReplyDeleteI agree with the many “ouches” and conviction filled words. I EXPECT this week will show us several more, too!
DeleteI have to share Sue Boldt's Morning Moment of Prayer: "Morning Moment of Prayer…
DeleteDear Lord Jesus…Oh, how I love that You awaken me each morning with a fresh word to my heart to see me through the day. I know that You are at work in the major decisions facing my country this week, and for these difficult situations in my life or loved ones' lives that I have been seeking You about and battle praying for _______ (name them). I live in perfect peace, knowing that You have every answer. I once again surrender my preconceived ideas about what you should do! My trust is totally in You as I lean into the love and power through the Holy Spirit. In Your Name Above All Names, Jesus, I pray. Amen!"
…He awakens Me morning by morning,
He awakens My ear To hear as the learned.
Isaiah 50:4
https://www.sueboldt.com/moments?
ππ» Love it!
DeleteThe book stayed right on point with EXPECT and EXPECTATIONS. My favorite part was “When we expect God to show up, we lean on it, plan for it, and live in a way as if it has already happened.”
ReplyDelete(I love the picture you chose, as well)
So thankful you shared your favorite part because it's so good (and easier to accept) and that's why I had to add Sue Bold's prayer because it goes with this ... as we lean and EXPECT... the more ππΌever after ... ππ π
DeleteWondering how I missed your favorite part because it really is the BEST ... no conviction, no ouch - just EXPECT God to show up & lean! Much more beautiful to think on this & live & lean & count on His plan (it's gonna happen anyways - according to Him)
DeleteCREATE ... I am sure that CCR has a beautiful depiction of CREATION by our God (based on her opening words) and that she is most likely suggesting that we CREATE something special (based on the Focus Tip) but I have tried yesterday and today, just to sit down and share after reading the devo and time just gets away from me, but honestly, being CREATIVE is probably the furthest thing from my thoughts, even though I do enjoy CREATING, I happen to feel, you need to be in the right mood and inspired to CREATE. That's when your CREATIVE juices begin to flow. I use to think that I was CREATIVE with verse images, or even "blogging" however, for right now, I am thankful just to gaze out my deck window at the sun setting over Lake Louise & thank God for the beauty that HE CREATES & I am able to still see & enjoy each evening, sunny or cloudy, the sun always sets. And today, that bright radiant circle peaking through the bare tree branches, I'm reminded how fall is past and winter is coming. Death has begun once again to cover this land except when I gaze up and see the pine tree tops and what remains of the blue sky, now somewhat gray, yet even with death around us, there is light and a glow, that casts a glimmer onto the lake, reflecting the sun (Son) rays. I'm so glad for the view this evening and the reminder that the Son is reflected in us, to light up the life of others (maybe just for a split second) and God created all the hues of color across the sky to light up His glory - and that is enough! Life comes alive because of Jesus' reflection in the diversity of His planet earth, in all its colors, similarities and differences, but genuinely poured out through us, like those colors of the setting sun, dimly casting an 'orange' horizon and continuing to breathe and splash as the Canadian geese dive & plunge into the lake - just because they can and they hope to still find fish or food. Yes, God is good! God is the Masterpiece of CREATION, each aspect with a purpose and a reason, even if or when we can't quite see it, we are able to connect with our heavenly Father, worship & give thanks for life & death and His divine plan in it all. Hoping to reflect more of the Son, Jesus in whatever I am able to do or CREATE in Jesus' name and through His power & Spirit alive in me. The Trinity completes the beauty, hope, love and joy that my faith (even when weak) finds in His Word & His Creation and the eternal glory of our heavenly Home above. I'm not sure when I will sit down and find an extra minute (without dozing off) to read the CREATE devo and choose a favorite part from CCR, because she CREATES wonderful One Word devotions (and I'm blessed to be reading this one & a few other samples, like BE STILL ... through YV I read 30 of the 90; and her newest (I think) is REVIVE ... and I have REFRESHED and RADIATE samples because I can't choose) and Jennifer Tucker's new book release today "Present in Prayer" (like her "Breath as Prayer") and Asheritah Ciuciu will release one in Dec. with JOY "Delighting in Jesus" (yes, too many choices and prices are going up, but I have credit points to use, just can't decide). Yes, books are CREATIONS also and Jennifer Tucker as her lovely graphics in hers ... oh my ... to be CREATIVE once again and flow with the gifts of God CREATIVELY will one day be my joy again (but not in the near future). May God speak to you throughout this week with CREATE, CREATION, CREATIVITY or however and through the process may you grow closer & be touched deeply by the beauty of life for now. π
ReplyDeleteI agree that one has to be in the right mood and inspired to CREATE (and even the right season)! Your deck view and the awesomeness of creation you experienced was glorious! Basking in God’s glory is a form of creativity because so many might see that same scene and totally miss out on the blessing it is! Dear one, you are filled with CREATIVITY and always have been....just like your Heavenly Father CREATED you!
DeleteFrom the book I chose : “We are all molded with a unique makeup – consisting of God – given gifts, passions, mindset, and heart. It is this powerful combination that works together to form what we can offer back to God – our service. “
ReplyDeleteSo whether teaching, blogging, caregiving, worshipping, or acknowledging the Lord’s greatness, we are CREATING in our own unique ways, His kingdom come on earth.